DeepSummary
In this final episode of the 'She Has A Name' podcast series, host Tanya Mosley and her team reflect on the making of the show, their efforts to talk to the person of interest (Leroy Lyons) in Anita's murder investigation, and inconsistencies they discovered in the initial reporting of Anita's disappearance back in 1987.
The team discusses their communication with Leroy Lyons' brother, Preston, who is also serving a life sentence for the same crime as Leroy. Preston expressed his condolences and shared his fond memories of Anita, whom he had a close relationship with.
Tanya and her team also share some of the heartfelt messages they received from listeners, highlighting how the podcast allowed people to grapple with their own traumas and connect with Anita's story on a personal level.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The 'She Has A Name' podcast team made significant efforts to communicate with Leroy Lyons, a person of interest in Anita's murder case, but ultimately did not receive a direct response from him.
- Inconsistencies were discovered in the initial reporting and documentation of the fire where Anita's body was found, potentially hindering the investigation.
- The team connected with Preston, Leroy Lyons' brother, who shared his fond memories of Anita and expressed willingness to assist the investigation.
- The podcast allowed listeners to grapple with their own traumas and connect with Anita's story on a personal level, fostering a sense of healing and community.
- Witnesses to the fire where Anita's body was found provided new details and insights, highlighting the potential for re-examining old cases with fresh perspectives.
- The team's dedication to telling Anita's story and their commitment to transparency resonated with listeners, creating a sense of connection and trust.
- The podcast served as a "love letter" to Detroit, capturing the city's resilience, complexities, and the love its residents have for their community.
- The making of the podcast was a cathartic and healing experience for the team, as they grappled with their own traumas and those of their loved ones.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I think it's pretty obvious, too. She hasn't been spoken to by the police since when it happened.“ by Kristen Fraser
- “And she said that witnessing this fire was, you know, Marie mentioned it was traumatizing. I mean, it shaped the course of her life. She did not want to be in Detroit anymore because she was so fearful of what would happen to her, because she. Because of what she'd seen.“ by Nicole Hill
- “It's never too late, right. Just because you weren't in that place and space to be able to do it then, Marie, the chance that you guys can do it now, what a great gift.“ by Kristen Fraser
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Truth Be Told Presents: She Has A Name
American Public Media
6/6/24
In this final episode of the She Has A Name series, we take you behind the scenes to delve into the making of the show and what we’ve discovered since the show launched. Learn more about our efforts to talk with the person of interest in Anita’s murder investigation. And we answer your burning questions.